MrIsaac,a 24-Year-Old Client,has Had Vomiting and Diarrhea for 4 Days

question 13

Multiple Choice

Mr.Isaac,a 24-year-old client,has had vomiting and diarrhea for 4 days due to a viral infection.Which arterial blood gas results would the nurse expect to find in this client?

• A)pH 7.30; PaCO₂ 50; HCO₃ 27
• B)pH 7.47; PaCO₂ 43; HCO₃ 28
• C)pH 7.43; PaCO₂ 50; HCO₃ 28
• D)pH 7.47; PaCO₂ 30; HCO₃ 23